Homemade Turtle Candy With

1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
2. Lightly spray with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.

2️⃣ Arrange the Pecans:

1. Create clusters of 4 pecan halves each, with the pointed ends outward like a turtle’s “legs.”
2. Space them out evenly on the prepared baking sheet.

3️⃣ Melt the Caramels:

1. Unwrap the caramels and place them in a microwave-safe bowl.
2. If the caramels are very firm, add 1 tablespoon of water to soften.
3. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until fully melted and smooth.
4. Let the caramel cool for 1–2 minutes so it thickens slightly but is still pourable.

4️⃣ Add the Caramel:

1. Use a spoon or small candy scoop to drop a dollop of warm caramel over each pecan cluster, covering the center where they meet.
2. Don’t worry about making them perfect — turtles are naturally rustic in shape.

5️⃣ Melt the Chocolate:

1. Melt chocolate chips in the microwave (30-second bursts, stirring each time) or over a double boiler until smooth and glossy.

6️⃣ Add the Chocolate Topping:

1. Spoon melted chocolate over each caramel-topped cluster.
2. Let the chocolate gently drip down the sides, using a spoon to nudge it if needed to cover the caramel completely.

7️⃣ Chill to Set: